My name is Carlo and I am a Freelance Product Owner / Digital Experience Manager and constantly seeking new things to learn

When you’ve just purchased a new grinder there are a couple things you need to make sure of which for some reason is not mentioned in most reviews. First you need to season the burrs. This means putting at least a couple KGs of cheap oily beans through the grinder. I did 2 KGs on my DLC burrs before I noticed more consistency but will probably do another kilo. Different burrs need different amounts op seasoning it seems....

Ever since the unofficial Life360 plugin for Homeassistant started to act spotty (API changes related to Cloudfare all the time that were no longer fun to try to keep up with) I have been looking for an alternative. Luckily the only thing I need to know is whether 1 or more person is home vs not_home. This I determine with a probably way too complex Node-RED if-this-then-that type of flow. As Homeassistant has this built-in it was actually quite easy to setup....

As parents, we often find ourselves caught up in the whirlwind of our children’s lives, constantly juggling responsibilities, and prioritizing their needs above our own. While this selflessness is admirable, it’s crucial to remember that taking care of our own well-being is just as important. In fact, maintaining good health, staying fit, and cultivating strength can significantly enhance our ability to be better parents today and create a brighter future as grandparents....

In the fast-paced world of software development, the ability to quickly deliver a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) is crucial. An MVP allows you to validate your product idea, gather feedback from users, and make informed decisions about its future development. However, obtaining the right requirements for an MVP can be challenging in an Agile environment where priorities and goals often change. In this blog post, I will explore effective strategies to obtain requirements for an MVP in Agile software development, ensuring that you embark on the right path to success....

Key Points from “Measure What Matters” by John Doerr: Introduction to OKRs: The book introduces the concept of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), a goal-setting framework used by successful companies like Intel and Google. OKRs provide a clear structure for setting and achieving ambitious goals. Setting Ambitious Objectives: Doerr emphasizes the importance of setting challenging and inspiring objectives that align with the company’s vision and mission. Ambitious objectives push individuals and organizations to strive for greatness....